20
If possible, the cooling tower should
be installed at the same level or above
the level of the chiller-heater. If this is
not possible, give careful consideration to
the prevention of drain-back and loss of
cooling water due to overflow of the
tower. Such matters must be given prior
consideration by the design engineer.
As
with
the
chilled/hot
water
connections, a balance valve should be
installed on the cooling water inlet and a
stop valve installed on the cooling water
outlet. Both valves should be in close
proximity to the chiller-heater. After
thoroughly testing for leaks, insulate the
piping circuit, ensuring an adequate
vapor barrier is obtained. Be sure to
allow access to any valves, wells, and
ports that may be present. Also, ensure
the
chiller-heater
panels
are
not
restricted by the insulation.
Additionally, there should be flush and
drain valves installed between the
machine and the balance/stop valves so
as to allow for flushing of the absorber-
condenser coils should it ever become
necessary.
FREEZE PROTECTION
When
the
chiller-heater
and/or
associated piping are installed in a
location that is subject to freezing
conditions, appropriate anti-freeze steps
must be taken. Many anti-freeze
methods are available including heat
tape, but the most common method in
the USA is the use of glycol in the fluid
loop.
Glycol may be permitted for use in
Yazaki
chiller-heaters
with
certain
restrictions and observations.
1.
In the chilled/hot water circuit, it should
only be used during heating operation.
It is
not recommended for use in the chilled water
circuit in cooling mode as the loss of heat
transfer performance could result in tube
failure under certain extreme conditions.
2. Glycol may be used in the cooling water circuit
in any operating mode.
3. Do not use automotive glycol
(Antifreeze)
since
it contains chemical additives that are
inappropriate and potentially damaging to the
Yazaki chiller-heater. Use only glycol
appropriate for use with copper tubing.
4. Do not exceed a mixture of 50% by weight.
5. Be aware that loss of performance will result
when glycol is used. In higher concentrations,
the impact can be very significant.
6. Propylene Glycol is preferred wherever
possible. It has very similar anti-freeze
characteristics to Ethylene Glycol, but is non-
toxic. It is also less viscous than Ethylene
Glycol, which reduces the required pump
power.
7. Use of glycol can cause the unit to operate at
a slightly higher internal temperature since
heat transfer is dampened. This may result in
depletion of inhibitor at a faster rate than what
may be perceived as normal.
Summary of Contents for AROACE CH-MG150
Page 4: ...4 EQUIPMENT DIMENSIONS Figure 1 MG150 Dimensions ...
Page 5: ...5 EQUIPMENT DIMENSIONS Figure 2 MG200 Dimensions ...
Page 6: ...6 INTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM ...
Page 7: ...7 ...
Page 8: ...8 Table 2 Internal Wiring Diagram Legend KRCH relay has been replaced by the KCH relay ...
Page 12: ...12 INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Figure 7 Installation and Service Clearances ...